Ari Wintraub commands a breadth of skills as a real estate agent. His years of experience living and doing business in Los Angeles' Westside have given him an intimate knowledge of the best neighborhoods and real estate opportunities in the market, and throughout the greater Los Angeles area. Adding to his expertise is his participation as a Block Captain in the Hancock Park Home Owner’s Association.

Before joining Sotheby's International Realty, Ari worked at a luxury architecture firm in West Hollywood that focused on high-end home design and renovation. The years he spent working side-by-side with architects gave him an eye for detail, a deep appreciation for beautiful homes, and the ability to envision all of a property's unrealized potential.

Ari’s background in his family's custom homebuilding business sparked his interest in real estate when he was a young boy. He studied anthropology at Dalhousie University, on Canada’s east coast, but was lured to the sunny California lifestyle in Los Angeles, after stints in New York and Europe.

Ari plays an active role in the Big Brothers of Greater Los Angles, where he mentors underprivileged youth. He is also a member of the National Association of Realtors, as well as the Beverly Hills Greater Los Angeles Association of Realtors.

Ari knows that buying or selling a home is the most important transaction his clients ever make. As a Sotheby's International Realty real estate agent, he brings his enthusiasm, network of sophisticated contacts and tireless work ethic to his clients.

Los Angeles Real Estate

Unlike Northern California, the Southern California housing market is still warming up and recovering from the housing bubble. This means buyers can find some rare gems of luxury real estate in the Los Angeles region for remarkably good prices. Forecasts predict this buyer's market will not last long. But, if you are in the market for a new home and considering Los Angeles as a place of residence, acting now may both save you money and help protect the return on your investment.

Outside of the friendly real estate market, Los Angeles homes have much to offer potential residents. Los Angeles is oftentimes accused of having no seasons. Its southern location, coupled with steady, cool winds from the Pacific, assure mild summers and balmy winters. For the outdoor lovers, Los Angeles in one of the few places where sand beaches, snow-capped mountain peaks and rugged deserts are all within driving distance. Also, Los Angeles is second to none in luxury homes. Whether looking inland towards the Santa Monica, Bel Air or Hollywood areas or further out in the mountains and unspoiled beaches towards Malibu and Woodland Hills, Los Angeles is less a city than a collection of them, each with their own distinct attractions and character.

We invite you to come see what makes Los Angeles such a luxurious place to live. Sotheby's International Realty stands ready to offer you the signature service and attention you have come to expect from us as we introduce you to the greater Los Angeles region and its most prestigious areas from the Golden Triangle up through the waterfront homes in Ventura.